Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vriesiana
ID:
695402

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
cmp

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Fl. Forest. Cochinch. 4: xxxvi (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694735

Common Names

  • Garcinia vriesiana
  • Vries's Garcinia
  • Vries Garcinia

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Description

Garcinia vriesiana (also called Vries' Garcinia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height and has a spreading canopy. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, glossy green, and measure up to 5 cm in length. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Garcinia vriesiana is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-obesity properties. It is also used as a food preservative and to make traditional dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Garcinia vriesiana is yellow and has a sweet smell. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Garcinia vriesiana is a tropical evergreen tree that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they take root.

Where to Find Garcinia vriesiana

Garcinia vriesiana is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand and Vietnam.

Garcinia vriesiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Garcinia vriesiana?

Garcinia vriesiana

What is the common name of Garcinia vriesiana?

Garcinia

What is the natural habitat of Garcinia vriesiana?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Garcinia genus

Garcinia tanzaniensis, Garcinia capuronii, Garcinia lowryi, Garcinia acutifolia, Garcinia adinantha, Garcinia afzelii, Garcinia amabilis, Garcinia amboinensis, Garcinia amplexicaulis, Garcinia andamanica, Garcinia angustifolia, Garcinia anjouanensis, Garcinia anomala, Garcinia apetala, Garcinia aphanophlebia, Garcinia archboldiana, Garcinia arenicola, Garcinia aristata, Garcinia assugu, Garcinia asterandra, Garcinia atroviridis, Garcinia australis, Garcinia bakeriana, Garcinia balansae, Garcinia balica, Garcinia balimensis, Garcinia bancana, Garcinia barkeriana, Garcinia beccarii, Garcinia bicolorata, Garcinia bifasciculata, Garcinia binnendijkii, Garcinia binucao, Garcinia blumei, Garcinia boerlagii, Garcinia bonii, Garcinia borneensis, Garcinia branderhorstii, Garcinia brasiliensis, Garcinia brassii, Garcinia brevipes, Garcinia brevirostris, Garcinia buchananii, Garcinia buchneri, Garcinia burkillii, Garcinia busuangaensis, Garcinia cadelliana, Garcinia calcicola, Garcinia caloneura, Garcinia calophylla,

Species in the Clusiaceae family

Agasthiyamalaia pauciflora, Allanblackia floribunda, Allanblackia gabonensis, Allanblackia kimbiliensis, Allanblackia kisonghi, Allanblackia marienii, Allanblackia staneriana, Allanblackia stuhlmannii, Allanblackia ulugurensis, Chrysochlamys allenii, Chrysochlamys alterninervia, Chrysochlamys angustifolia, Chrysochlamys balboa, Chrysochlamys bracteolata, Chrysochlamys caribaea, Chrysochlamys colombiana, Chrysochlamys conferta, Chrysochlamys cuneata, Chrysochlamys dependens, Chrysochlamys eclipes, Chrysochlamys floribunda, Chrysochlamys glauca, Chrysochlamys gloriosa, Chrysochlamys goudotii, Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana, Chrysochlamys laxa, Chrysochlamys macrophylla, Chrysochlamys membranacea, Chrysochlamys membrillensis, Chrysochlamys micrantha, Chrysochlamys multiflora, Chrysochlamys myrcioides, Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis, Chrysochlamys pachypoda, Chrysochlamys pauciflora, Chrysochlamys pavonii, Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia, Chrysochlamys silvicola, Chrysochlamys skutchii, Chrysochlamys tenuifolia, Chrysochlamys tenuis, Chrysochlamys ulei, Chrysochlamys weberbaueri, Chrysochlamys chrisharonii, Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii,

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